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Halo Campaign Evolved: A Reassuring Grip on a Remake That's Found Its Way Back
Two missions played in advance, and already the impression that Halo Studios understood what Infinite missed. The Silent Cartographer and the control room command regain their original tension in a remake that goes far beyond a fresh coat of paint. The question is no longer whether Halo can return — it's already happening. What remains is verifying that the promise holds up over time, because a few hours don't make a full review.
Xbox Helix vs PS6: Is Microsoft Really Gearing Up for an Exclusivity War?
For months, Microsoft has thrown open the gates of its first-party portfolio to PS5—Halo, Forza Horizon, and more. Now the wind seems to be shifting. Asha Sharma recently acknowledged player demands for a return to Xbox exclusives, and the Xbox Helix is shaping up as a strategic pivot. A 180-degree turn that could reshape the competitive landscape against Sony's PS6.
Halo Campaign Evolved: New Gameplay Trailer Captured on PS5 Pro
Following the exclusive prologue revealed at Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft and Halo Studios have released a second trailer for Halo: Campaign Evolved, blending cinematics with gameplay footage. Notable detail: the footage was captured on PS5 Pro, a clear signal of genuine commitment to Sony's platform. This move confirms that the flagship Xbox franchise's return is now playing on every front.
Xbox Games Showcase: This Bioshock-Inspired FPS is Also Coming to PS5 and PC
Among the major Microsoft exclusives announced at Xbox Games Showcase, an FPS with striking art direction made an unexpected splash: the game will be available on PS5 and PC, in addition to Xbox. Its atmosphere is strongly reminiscent of Bioshock, with a visual style that clearly made an impression. An announcement that shifts the multi-platform landscape somewhat.
Halo: Campaign Evolved Lands July 28 as Xbox Replays Combat Evolved
Xbox Games Showcase 2026 finally gave Halo: Campaign Evolved concrete details: a July 28 launch, early access from July 23, Xbox, PC, Game Pass, Steam and PlayStation availability, plus three new missions under Operation: METEORITE. It is good news for Halo fans, but not yet a free pass for Halo Studios.
Fable Delayed to 2027: Xbox's Grand Slam Dream Dead on Arrival
Matt Booty confirmed it on the official Xbox podcast: Fable won't launch in 2026. Playground Games' RPG is now slated for February 2027, definitively ending the fantasy of a year where Microsoft would have shipped Halo, Gears, Forza, and Fable within twelve months. A scenario that would have been unprecedented in Xbox history. We'll have to settle for a partial lineup—and that's only if the other titles stick to their schedule.
Halo Titan, the Canceled MMO: A DOOM Developer Finally Breaks His Silence
For years, the Halo Titan project remained nothing more than industry rumor. A former developer who worked on the game is now speaking out, revealing new details about this Xbox MMO that never materialized—and just how massive the missed opportunity was. What we're learning is infuriating.
Halo Campaign Evolved Lands on PS5: Microsoft's Flagship Xbox Saga Goes Multiplatform
Photos of Halo: Campaign Evolved boxes lined up on GameStop shelves are circulating online and causing justified shock. The franchise that defined Xbox, the one that shaped console FPS gaming in the early 2000s, now sits front and center in PlayStation 5 bins. This isn't a mock-up. It's the physical embodiment of Microsoft's strategic pivot since 2024: its most valuable exclusives are leaving the Xbox ecosystem.
Forza Horizon 6 Crushes Sales on Steam: Arcade Racing Hits the Road
Forza Horizon 6 dominates Steam France's top sellers at $69.99. Playground Games' open-world racing franchise continues to rule the PC market in an arcade racing space where competition is scarce. Here's what this release means and what it tells us about the state of the genre in 2026.
Kiki Wolfkill Exits Microsoft After 28 Years: Halo Turns a Page
After nearly three decades at Microsoft, Kiki Wolfkill is stepping down. The former executive in charge of the Halo franchise and driving force behind the eponymous TV series leaves behind a deep mark on one of gaming's most important properties. Her departure raises questions about Xbox's direction in managing its major intellectual properties.
Xbox Game Pass: Microsoft Mulls Price Cuts to Win Back Players
As the gaming industry keeps hiking prices—consoles at $900, high-end gaming laptops at $2,500—Microsoft may be bucking the trend with Xbox Game Pass. Asha Sharma, who heads Microsoft's subscription services, publicly admits the service has priced out a chunk of players and is weighing rate adjustments. A genuine shift, or calculated PR spin?